Arts & Entertainment

Whether you’re looking to be entertained or enlightened, Gig Harbor Now covers fun and informational events taking place in the community.

Harbor Happenings | Honor veterans on Tuesday

Nov 04, 2025 | By: Charlee Glock-Jackson

The Gig Harbor Veterans Day celebration is at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the Vintage Aero Museum.

Nov 03, 2025 | By: Greg Spadoni

Gustav Stromer likely built the first “aeroplane” in the Gig Harbor area, though he shipped it to Tacoma before it took off.

Oct 31, 2025 | By: Tonya Strickland

Here are our favorite Trick-or-Treating neighborhoods in Gig Harbor.

Oct 29, 2025 | By: Carolyn Bick

The new call will require Harbor Arbor art to be sculpted on-site at Grandview Forest, rather than in a studio.

Oct 29, 2025 | By: Mary Williams

Day Tripper columnist Mary Williams visits Seattle’s Pioneer Square, Stadium District and Piers 58 and 62.

Oct 28, 2025 | By: Carolyn Bick

Kit Wilson of Gig Harbor has made 12 films and participated in 212 film festivals during his career in the industry.

Oct 28, 2025 | By: Charlee Glock-Jackson

Community trick-or-treat events are planned for Harborview Drive and Uptown — and you might catch a spooky drone show at the same time.

Oct 22, 2025 | By: Vince Dice

The Community Currents mural consists of wooden fish decorated by community members and local institutions after Chalk the Harbor.

Oct 21, 2025 | By: Charlee Glock-Jackson

Other events this weekend include Rattle Dem Bones, a Harbor Winds concert and more.

Oct 20, 2025 | By: Greg Spadoni

When was the first aeroplane built on the Peninsula, and by whom?

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